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1968 / Michael Desmond and Christine Dixon

by Michael Desmond, Christine Dixon

This book explores a tumultuous year of rebellion that sparked major cultural and political changes, focusing on the rise of radical art movements like Pop, Minimal and Conceptual art. It showcases works by prominent Australian and international artists.

Accession 20158 ISBN 064213037X Publisher Australian National Gallery
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